Walt Disney World: A Brief History of the World's Favorite Mouse

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A brief history of how Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, came to be—from the very first film series Disney created to 2012's Fantasyland, the largest expansion in the resort's history.

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Construction of Cinderella Castle in 1971

A staggering 20 milliion grown-ups visit Disney World each year without any kids. Why? Well, it's magical, of course, but the Disney empire also has an impressive history—check out some of Disney's most important milestones.